1962 Lancia Flavia vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 925 kg more than 1962 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Lancia Flavia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1962 Lancia Flavia has manual transmission. 1962 Lancia Flavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Flavia | 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Lancia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Flavia | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 108 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 91 L |
